Machinist / Grinder

Job Description

Job Title: Machinist - Grinder

Department: Operations

Description:

This position requires knowledge and experience machining cylindrical steel parts using manual equipment such as lathes, universal OD/ID grinders and jig grinders. In addition, the position requires proficiency in the setup, adjustment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of such equipment. These skills will be used to repair and restore precision aircraft components to their original or properly altered condition. Typical parts are made from various steels and high-temperature alloys, have size and location tolerances ranging from .002 to .0002 inches, have surface finish requirements ranging from 32 to 4 RMS, and have complex geometry and alignment requirements.

The ideal candidate is experienced, highly motivated, and comfortable working both independently and on a team.

Duties:

• Setup, operate, and maintain a universal OD/ID grinder and jig grinder
• Design and build suitable part holding and alignment fixtures
• Indicate parts to ensure proper location and orientation
• Grind parts to remove coatings and/or damage
• Grind coated parts to restore them to original specifications iaw provided technical documentation
• Read, interpret and apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5M-1994) fundamentals
• Clean and prep parts for thermal spray
• Operate manual lathes, vertical mills, and standard machine shop equipment as required

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or 3 years of relevant work experience
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings
• Experience with chrome plating and thermal spray coating is a plus
• Aviation experience is a plus

Benefits offered

• 401(k), 401(k) matching, Health insurance w/ HSA, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Company paid ST & LT disability, Company paid life insurance, PTO, Referral program, Employee incentive program

Location

• This is an onsite position in LaGrange, GA